An American documentary short about Chef Charlie Trotter, considered by many to be one of the world’s greatest culinary artists. On his path to perfection, Trotter improvised continually like a jazz musician—never repeating a dish twice.

An American documentary short about Chef Charlie Trotter, considered by many to be one of the world’s greatest culinary artists. On his path to perfection, Trotter improvised continually like a jazz musician— never repeating a dish twice.

An American documentary short about Chef Charlie Trotter, considered by many to be one of the world’s greatest culinary artists. On his path to perfection, Trotter improvised continually like a jazz musician—never repeating a dish twice.

An American documentary short about Chef Charlie Trotter, considered by many to be one of the world’s greatest culinary artists. On his path to perfection, Trotter improvised continually like a jazz musician—never repeating a dish twice.

An American documentary short about Chef Charlie Trotter, considered by many to be one of the world’s greatest culinary artists. On his path to perfection, Trotter improvised continually like a jazz musician—never repeating a dish twice.

A Tribute to Charlie

This animation short was created by my friend and three time Matt Groening Fellowship Award winner, Daniel Olivas. Daniel combined 2D with simulated camera movement using the computer to move through time and space. This piece explains the reason I chose to make a documentary about our compelling and complex subject – Chef Trotter.

A Tribute to Charlie

This animation short was created by my friend and three time Matt Groening Fellowship Award winner, Daniel Olivas. Daniel combined 2D with simulated camera movement using the computer to move through time and space. This piece explains the reason I chose to make a documentary about our compelling and complex subject – Chef Trotter.